David Moyes has been reappointed as Everton manager, signing a two-and-a-half-year contract.
Everton, currently 16th in the Premier League, are locked in a relegation battle with just three wins from 19 games this season.
The former West Ham boss will take over from Sean Dyche, who was sacked following the takeover of the Friedkin Group.
“I have enjoyed 11 wonderful and successful years at Everton and I did not hesitate when offered the opportunity to rejoin this great club,” Moyes said in a statement.
“Now we need Goodison and all Evertonians to play their part in getting behind the players in this important season so we can move into our wonderful new ground as a Premier League club.”
Moyes previously managed Everton from 2002 to 2013, guiding the club to some of their best moments in the top flight.
Everton Football Club is delighted to welcome back David Moyes as their new manager, with immediate effect. ✍️
— Everton (@Everton) January 11, 2025
After a successful spell at Preston, Moyes took over at Everton in March 2002, inheriting a relegation-threatened team similar to the one he has now.
He quickly settled things down, leading them to numerous top-eight finishes in the Premier League.
During his time at Goodison Park, Moyes led Everton to the FA Cup final in 2009 and secured a fourth-place finish in the 2004–05 season, qualifying them for the Champions League.
He was also instrumental in developing young talent, giving Wayne Rooney his professional debut and signing key players such as Tim Cahill and Marouane Fellaini.
Moyes’ managerial career since leaving Everton has seen a mix of successes and challenges.
He succeeded Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United but struggled to replicate his predecessor’s success, being sacked after less than a year in charge.
Subsequent managerial roles at Real Sociedad, Sunderland and West Ham have produced mixed results.
He achieved remarkable success with West Ham, leading them to two top-seven finishes and securing their first major trophy in 43 years by winning the Europa Conference League in 2023.
